I have never found an artist that puts so much of himself into a song. This song has no metaphors and figurative language. David says exactly how he feels. He puts so much raw emotion into this song that he cried. I know we've seen him cry before, but I feel this is something different. This song is his own. I can't wait to hear the full versions of this and all of his songs.

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It's my declaration to anyone who's listening
You're my inspiration
As I stand alone against the world

Anything written straight from the heart without the slightest doubt, is always going to be appreciated. Ever since I first heard David talk about it... I know it is destined to be a favorite and not just mine but for everyone. This song will leave it's trail and will be loved for years to come.

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**Marium**


<3 the expression, priceless.
I heart David!

the first time i read the lyrics to this song i started crying. It reminds me of the song AC from The story thus far. so sad. D: *bursts into tears*

...for 11/13, so i can hear the song on the iheartmusic.com sneak preview! i love how honest david is, and i know that informs his art. what a fantastic man!

brandy

I can remember that pushing back those hot tears - and the burning in the back of my throat when my brother was diagnosed with a brain tumor - also - its not a pleasant experience - just know that you have support - alot of time that does help either - but in time things get easier - and i cant wait for this cd - maybe i will get out the kleenex and cry again like i havent since you won idol - crying is not an easy thing for me - but you make it happen for me and thats good - hang in there champ...

Dear David, you said you wanted to make a record that would have meaning and would be remembered for a long time. How will you ever perform this song when you go on tour? I am sure you will have all your fans crying right along with you. Not only do we fans have the ideal American Idol, it also seems that you have some of the most caring, devoted fans anyone could want. We know what a special person you are. We saw your heart-felt tears. When you feel, David, we feel. It's a unity of understanding. I have lost several close members of my family to this disease. I have, through surgery, won my own battle with cancer. I am one of the lucky ones.

A pastoral counselor once told me that prayer is our "radical response to life." It's a tool to help us deal with the pain that we all have to endure in this life at some time. I believe this song is your prayer--your radical response to life--for your brother. I hope it gives you strength knowing that your fans are praying right along with you. I also believe, through your voice and music, you will have definitely given us a song that will be remembered for a long time.
Love,
Kathleen

The fact that the thought of this song and David's love for his brother brought tears to my eyes just makes me wonder what will happen when I actually hear the song! Beautiful!

I can't wait to hear the entire song. I am sure that it is amazing and I will probably be crying right along with everyone else! The whole article was so very touching.

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WN #738 *** Almost As Much Word Nerd

I listened to the clip several times and said it's about his brother and I can't wait to hear the whole song now... OMG. I'm going to cry if he sings this in NYC...

Gracias por la musica David!
Abrazos...
Bette B.

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Él vino, él vio, él conquistó el mundo de musica!
¿Su nombre?
David R. Cook

thats such a great thing to do to write a touching song dedicated to your brother and show it to the world. and isn't A Daily AntheM for david's brother too. btw I found out why the M is capitalized..because david figured out that if he capitalized the A-D-A-M it spells adam, for his brother.
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~April

David
I wish you could understand what you do for people when you show everyone how sensitive and vulnerable you are whether you are writing music or performing it!. If you could be on this side of the stage when you sing I think you might be able to "get it". You are an inspiration to all of your fans.
You truly have a gift, that is how I see it.. You know we all love the way you cry so easily. That also is part of your gift to us. I always pray for Adam, Your family, and You . Love franniewessel
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the thread regarding DC-related donation teams at SU2C is here....http://www.davidcookofficial.com/content/dc-pb-and-su2c

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I laugh at myself while the tears roll down....

"I was crying, of course, because I do that all the time," ...And that's why we love you, David!!

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~Scarlet Letter Sister #69

...You can find it at:

www.standup2cancer.org/sutv?vid=5&vd.=2995

But, then you have to do more clicking

Click on the tiny red box that says "After Hours." It is on your right near the top of the page.

Then click on a box that says 'MORE FROM THE SHOW"

Then you get a grey box that lists celebrities. Click on "David Cook PSA."

He talks about Adam. It is very convincing. And, the site still appears to be taking donations. I also saw a thread or two under forums on this Davidcookofficial website for groups of David's fans who organized donation efforts for StandUp2Cancer as well.

I really appreciate you guys putting this on the home page where we can find it so easily and hear directly from David what this song means to him.

I wish him all the best for his album and his career.

We are praying for Adam, Luke, their families and others battling cancer.

And thank you to David for his efforts to raise funds to right cancer. His video clip at www.SU2C.org was particularly powerful.

God bless.

Gosh! I cannot wait to hear this album. I'm so sure it'll be awesome!
I like when he said he was crying and he does that all the time....SO true!! But we love that about you,David!!! It's so sweet!

David is the sweetest person ever. He has such a BIG heart. He is truely amazing, i bet this song will make a lot of people cry.
I pray for Adam that he continues to get better, and that his whole family is well.
i love you david.

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~Stephhh loves Daviddd!~

From someone that lost their mom to cancer and has a father battling it.I am thinking this might be the most emotional song on the cd for me! David you are amazing person in every aspect of that..as I am sure alot of people can..I understand first hand about what you go through with your brother..god bless you and your family!

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David, One can tell you love wholeheartedly, whether it be family, friends or music. What a gift to Adam to have a song such as "Permanent" dedicated to him. I am so looking forward to hearing this song on the album, but more so it being performed in concert. Adam and everyone one else dealing with cancer are often in my thoughts and prayers.

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*~Patricia~*